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H512 WCP

1990 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

33,380 mi
Last recorded33,380 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH512 WCP
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 33,380 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2025 33,375 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 33,277 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 32,739 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 32,567 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 32,344 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 32,288 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 32,053 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 31,722 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 31,700 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 31,459 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 31,456 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 31,319 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 31,010 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 30,676 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 30,374 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 30,113 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front tyres worn to 2mm

Pass 16 Jul 2010 30,113 miles

front tyres worn to 2mm

Pass 15 Jul 2009 29,713 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 29,713 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 29,182 miles

front number plate cracked

Fail 10 Jul 2008 29,182 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front number plate cracked

Pass 13 Jul 2007 28,629 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 28,100 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 28,100 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2005 27,544 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 205?

Based on 591,894 MOT tests across 102,651 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
3,166
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
102,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,839
constant velocity joint gaiter split 30,509
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 29,342
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,791
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21,794
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H512 WCP is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 1990 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 101,760 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 205 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 43,839 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H512 WCP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 205 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 36 years old, this Peugeot 205 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H512 WCP?

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What year was H512 WCP registered?

H512 WCP is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 29 October 1990.

Is H512 WCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H512 WCP shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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